Our client is a global leader in the chemical and energy processing industry, dedicated to advancing sustainable solutions through innovative engineering. We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Process Engineer to join our esteemed team in This senior-level position is responsible for leading the design, development, and optimization of complex chemical and energy processes. You will play a critical role in ensuring process efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance across our operations.

The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in process simulation, thermodynamics, and mass transfer, coupled with a strong understanding of process safety management. This role offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, influence process design decisions, and contribute to cutting‑edge projects within a dynamic and technologically advanced organization located in Lead the conceptual design, feasibility studies, and detailed engineering for new and existing process facilities.

Develop and optimise process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs;).





Provide technical guidance and mentorship to process engineering teams.

Develop and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, yield, and product quality.

Ensure all process designs comply with relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.

Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.

A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in process engineering, with significant experience in the chemical or energy processing industry.

Expertise in process simulation software (e.g., In‑depth knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat and mass transfer, and reaction kinetics.

Proven experience in leading process design teams and managing technical projects.

Highly competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.

Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits package.

Opportunity to work on challenging and cutting-edge process engineering projects.

Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

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